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John (sixth century)

 
 

Obverse

Standing figure of an archangel (probably Michael, otherwise Gabriel) with wings outspread, wearing chiton and himation. He holds the labarum resting on the ground. Wreath border.

Reverse

Block monogram with cross above. Wreath border.

α - ι - ν - ο - υ - ω

Ἰωάννου

Obverse

Standing figure of an archangel (probably Michael, otherwise Gabriel) with wings outspread, wearing chiton and himation. He holds the labarum resting on the ground. Wreath border.

Reverse

Block monogram with cross above. Wreath border.

α - ι - ν - ο - υ - ω

Ἰωάννου

Accession number BZS.1955.1.64
Diameter 12.0 mm
Previous Editions

Zacos-Veglery, no. 1251.

Translation

Ἰωάννου.

(Seal of) John.

Commentary

Zacos identifies the obverse figure as the archangel Michael.

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